MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT - VETERANS EVALUATION SERVICES

Company: MAXIMUS
Location: Charleston
Posted on: November 11, 2024

Job Description:

Description & Requirements

Maximus is currently hiring for a Medical Office Assistant to join our Veterans Evaluation Services (VES) Team in Green Bay, WI. This is a hybrid Medical Office Assistant that requires you to work both onsite at our Green Bay, WI office and surrounding clinics, as well as remotely. The Medical Office Assistant is responsible for assisting providers and veterans on exam days in any manner needed, general problem solving in a solutions- oriented manner for both providers and veterans, and updating case statuses as available. The ideal candidate possesses the desire to assist our wounded veterans with a caring, positive, and patriotic attitude.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform all job functions in compliance with HIPAA policies and adhere to local and externally relevant health and safety laws and policies.
- Gather and provide necessary information to providers; may include gathering forms, documents, and vital signs necessary to the evaluation.
- Provide a high level of customer service by greeting and directing all visitors, answering inquiries, confirming contact and appointment information, and otherwise facilitating a positive experience.
- Document all actions taken and other pertinent information as it relates to veteran and provider interaction.
- Clean exam rooms between each appointment and otherwise maintain stock and cleanliness of the clinic throughout the day.

- Must live in or near Green Bay, WI

- Ability to travel by car to local clinics and other central clinic locations required, up to 80% of the time

- Ability to work hybrid remote, up to 20% of the time

- Reliable transportation to travel to other clinics required

- Valid driver's license required

- Ability to work some weekend shifts (Saturday and Sunday) as needed required

Please note: With this position you have the option to have Maximus provide you with equipment to use, or you may use your own equipment.

Home Office Requirements Using Your Own Equipment:
- Internet speed of 20mbps or higher required (you can test this by going to www.speedtest.net)
- Preferred Windows or Mac (no Chromebooks)
- OS for Windows - Windows 10 or newer
- OS for Mac - Big Sur (11.0.1+); Catalina (10.15); MacOS (up to 12.5) or newer

- Connectivity to the internet via either Wi-Fi or Category 5 or 6 ethernet patch cable to the home router
- USB plug and play wired headset with a microphone and noise suppression
- Private work area and adequate power source
- A second monitor is highly recommended for most positions
- Must currently and permanently reside in the Continental US

Home Office Requirements Using Maximus-Provided Equipment:
- Internet speed of 20mbps or higher required (you can test this by going to www.speedtest.net)
- Connectivity to the internet via either Wi-Fi or Category 5 or 6 ethernet patch cable to the home router
- Private work area and adequate power source
- Must currently and permanently reside in the Continental US

Minimum Requirements

- High School Diploma or GED required.

EEO Statement

Active military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce. We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country. We're proud of our connections to organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families. If you are transitioning from military to civilian life, have prior service, are a retired veteran or a member of the National Guard or Reserves, or a spouse of an active military service member, we have challenging and rewarding career opportunities available for you. A committed and diverse workforce is our most important resource. Maximus is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Maximus provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disabled status.

Pay Transparency

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Hourly Base Pay Minimum for this Position

$

18.00

Hourly Base Pay Maximum for this Position

$

23.00

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